Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band (2015)
She fought to create in a world that could not see past her race or gender
2015 · 1h 10m · Documentary
Genres: Documentary
Jazz pianist Mary Lou Williams was a genius ahead of her time. From child prodigy to "Boogie-Woogie Queen" to groundbreaking composer to mentoring some of the greatest musicians of all time, she never ceased to astound those who heard her play.
Director: Carol Bash
Music by: Sumi Tonooka
Cinematography: Michael Chin, Robert Shepard
Editor: Sandra Christie
Cast
Mary Lou Williams as Self (archive footage)Alfre Woodard as Mary Lou Williams (voice)Delroy Lindo as John Williams (voice)Wendell Pierce as Andy Kirk (voice)Stanley Crouch as SelfRobin D.G. Kelley as SelfGary Giddins as SelfTammy L. Kernodle as SelfFarah Griffin as SelfGayle Murchison as SelfAlexandra Noailles as SelfPeter O'Brien as SelfMore like this
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